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Applying to OCS (past anxiety treatment)

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soapwater

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Hello all,

I'm about to graduate from a reputable college with a 3.9 GPA in Political Science and Philosophy. I've interned with the State Dept., Justice Dept., and a US Senator, and have work experience in the computer/tech/Internet industry. I want to become an Intel officer, and I've been told I have good chances; however, I've been treated for anxiety for about 3 years and recently got off meds. I saw a psychiatrist literally once a year during college, and took two medications. I'm told you have to be off meds for at least a year to even be considered for a waiver, but if I was just having test/performance anxiety, would this really prohibit me from being considered given my record? I received DoS Secret Clearance (and the equivalent for DOJ), which required 5 medical interviews. I therefore have medical clearance for all civilian government service for the rest of my life so long as I don't receive further treatment. My psychiatrist has already written (and would write again) a letter for medical clearance saying it's basically a non-issue and would not interfere with any professional responsibilities. Would this help my chances?

I really appreciate any advice anyone might have (unfortunately, I can't PM anyone with more details, as I require at least 50 posts to do so).

Thanks!

Edit: I should clarify, I'm off meds right now, and by the time I start the application process, it'll have been a year or more since I was on them.
 
feddoc

feddoc

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It would be wise of you to show some initiative and talk with an officer recruiter now, not when you 'officially' start the application process. I think you have a lot of positives on your side (docs willingness to write a letter, medical interviews, time off meds, etc.) and your chances look very good. Make that call today and start getting rid of any hurdles.
 
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soapwater

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feddoc said:
It would be wise of you to show some initiative and talk with an officer recruiter now, not when you 'officially' start the application process. I think you have a lot of positives on your side (docs willingness to write a letter, medical interviews, time off meds, etc.) and your chances look very good. Make that call today and start getting rid of any hurdles.
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Thanks for the response. I've tried contacting the recruiter in my area a couple times (left messages), but no response. Should I advertise more than my contact information in the voicemail? Thanks, and I'll update as I get more info.
 
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marmoset54

Final Select Supply Corps
OR...you could always drop by the OR office. That works. It also helps when my kick-ass OR is being very kick-ass that day.

If it isn't too far, I'd drive.
 
UF_ME

UF_ME

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Is there a way to find a local OR office?..I have checked the Navy website and for my zip code they only provide an 800 number
 
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soapwater

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UF_ME, I called the local number that was given for my zipcode, and the automated message said I had called the 800 number... I don't think it matters.

(Also, still looking for anyone else's opinion on the original post. Thanks.)
 
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