I am in a similar situation. I had to go through the HIMS program with the FAA Home - Took awhile but I got my medical back. I reported my 2 incidents however. The HIMS Medical Sponsor monitored me for about a year and half.

I don't drink at all anymore, just not worth any of the risks. Its a mistake I made in my twenties that is certainly going to make it extremely difficult but I haven't given up hope yet. My goal is to try and work with a 135 or smaller operation until a significant amount of time has lapsed.

Any updates with you on your career?