Some juveniles showing disruptive behaviours and psychiatric disorders present significant management problems for Quebec youth protection facilities. An exploratory study based upon the participants’ perceptions of their situation and their experience of social services received while in care was conducted. The study employs a qualitative design and takes an explanatory stance. It provides data on “multi-problem” youths’ perceptions (N = 10) of their own situation, their expectancies and opinions regarding service providers, and their conception of what a “helpful interventions” is. The discussion examines some clinical and legal paradigms regarding assessment and treatment of “multi-problem” violent youths.