I have used hypnotherapy - the IBS Audio Program that has a forum here - you can read my journey below. Hypnotherapy is not a cure and does not work for everyone - but it has shown great efficacy in clinical trials as well as patient feedback for most people who use it - however the protocol has to be gut-specific or gut-directed, it cant be general hypnotherapy to have the best success.
Another aspect of this, is the fact that there is a strong brain-gut component to IBS, and by reading, researching, etc about it, we are reinforcing the condition and that very connection. I found that once I got away from reading and researching, it was helpful - especially during the time you are doing the hypnotherapy sessions. It is helpful to have the session to listen to at home.
There was a study showing that at least 50% of people use a complementary or alternative treatment - which clearly says that the traditional methods do not work and suffering people look elsewhere to feel better. I know after years of suffering, I tried everything, and whatever works, I say go for it! I think therapeutic massage or anything that makes you feel better, is very helpful - we live in such a stressful world sometimes, and many people do not have human touch on a daily basis, and this can certainly contribute to overall health and wellbeing...
If you have specific questions re hypnotherapy, I would be happy to help...
All the best. 
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My Journey and Success with the IBS Audio Program Hypnotherapy Program: www.helpforibs.com/messageboards/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=hypnotherapy&Number=224850
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