Well, at least hes being up front and honest. Hes seeking the proper professional help and not passing it off and mickey mouseing it like you said. Hopefully with a bit more patience you'll be almost done and done right. 5 months now? Wow! Its been that long already. 5 months and no H2, I think id have to seek help. Id go stir crazy!
Is all this extra time and the trip to Predator going to cost you any extra?