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Purpose: In this study, we investigated the effects of a cognitive training program on cognitive function, depression, anxiety, and activities of daily living in patients with stroke. Methods: The study included 64 patients with stroke, who were admitted to a hospital in M city between January 2019 and April 2021. Patients were randomly selected and assigned to experimental and control groups (n=32 in each group). The experimental group underwent a cognitive training program in addition to conventional physical therapy, whereas the control group received only conventional physical therapy. The analysis of covariance test revealed significant differences. Results: We observed significant intergroup differences in cognitive function, depression, anxiety, and activities of daily living (P<0.05). Conclusion: Cognitive training combined with conventional physical therapy effectively improved physical and mental functions, promoted functional recovery, and improved quality of life in patients with stroke. The intervention used in this study was a clinically valuable scientific and effective method for treatment of patients with stroke. Future large-scale studies are warranted to establish a more systematic and specific training program to definitively evaluate the effects of cognitive therapy in patients with stroke.